Horrific Heartland
by Horrific Heartland
Oh hi! Aimee and Aly here! We're just your "normal" midwest ladies who love true crime, the paranormal...and cats! On Horrific Heartland, we explore the creepy, the spooky, and horrific cases throughout the Heartland and beyond. Get your true crime fix wherever you listen to podcasts! Facebook Instagram TikTok Email us what case or ghost story we should cover next, [email protected]
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The Murder of Marion Parker
TRIGGER WARNING! This episode is dark and depressing so listen with caution! December 15, 1927 was a normal day at Mount Vernon Junior High School in L.A. until a strange man walked in and convinced the school that he was there to pick up little Marion Parker. Who was this man and did he have...
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Love Triangles & Lies- The Murder of Forrest Teel
From the outside, Forrest Teel's life looked perfect. He's got a wonderful family, a nice car, and making good money as the executive for Eli Lilly. Not everything was perfect though, he was having a VERY long affair with not one, but two women. In 1958 his mistress, Connie Nichols, had enough…
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The Storyville Slayer
This one is a doozy so listen with caution! Between 1991 and 1996 over 24 women were murdered and discovered years later in New Orleans. When the alledged killer, "Clay," calls in to the Howard Stern show in 1997, that's when pieces of this 24 year-old cold case starts to come together. Listening...
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The Murder of Heidi Firkus
Usually when you're struggling financially, you ask for help. That was not the case for Nick and Heidi Firkus. Heidi was a sweet and caring person who was very active in her church. On the morning of April 25th, 2010 in St. Paul, Minnesota, Heidi didn't make it to church. She was murdered. This...
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The Slave Master Murderer- John Edward Robinson
TRIGGER WARNING! It's a heavy episode this week as we talk about John Edward Robinson, aka The Slave Master. Between 1984 to 2000, he had over 8 victims in Kansas City, MO. We talk about his past, his MO, and how he used the internet to murder. Sources: Wikipedia Investigation Discovery The Crime...
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The Case of Kristin Smart
We're heading out of the Heartland this week and into California to cover a case Aly has been watching for a long time! On May 25, 1996 Kristin Smart, a student at Cal Poly in San Luis Obispo, CA, goes to a party off-campus. She appears to be intoxicated and one person at the party offers to help...
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Romeo and Juliet Who Kill- The Case of Sierra Halseth & Aaron Guerrero
It goes without saying that it is NOT romantic when a couple commits murder together. During the month of April in 2021, 18-year-old Aaron Guerrero and his 16-year-old girlfriend, Sierra Halseth murdered Sierra's father, Daniel Halseth in Las Vegas. How did this happen and why did they make a…
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The Burger Chef Murders
We got another baffling case for you this week! On the night of November 17, 1978 in Speedway, Indiana, four Burger Chef employees went missing after closing time. Police at first thought it was your typical robbery, but when the employees Jayne Friedt, Daniel Davis, Mark Flemmonds, and Ruth…
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The Case of Tara Calico
On September 20, 1988, Tara Calico went out for her daily bike ride on the New Mexico State Road 47 (she biked 36 miles by the way!) and never made it home. Her walkman was found on the side of the road, but Tara and the bike were missing. Then, in June of 1989, a polaroid of a young female and a...
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The Murder of Dorothy Stratten
20 year-old Dorothy Stratten had a promising future. She was named Playboy's Miss August in 1979, Playmate of the Year in 1980, and worked on a few movies and TV shows. Her career and life tragically ended on August 14th, 1980 by the hands of her estranged husband, Paul Snider. This week, we…
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Another True Crime Roundup
There's quite a few updates in the true crime world, so this week we're going to discuss them! Have we really found Madeleine McCann, who are they exuming that might be connected to Alex Murdaugh, and the person who murdered Kristin Smart is found guilty and sentenced. Sources: Skynews.com.au...
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Haunted Missouri
Trigger warning! This episode contains mention of suicide. We're doing a spooky episode this week! There are a bunch of haunted places in Missouri and this week, we discuss the history and hauntings at The Elms Hotel & Spa (Excelsior Springs, MO), Zombie Road (Wildwood, MO), and the famous Lemp...
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The Case of the Headless Man
It's great news when police arrest someone that's connected to a cold case, but it's frustrating when we still don't know who the victim is! In 1997, John Doe was found in a cornfield near Blissfield, MI without his hands....and head. In January of 2023, police arrested 2 men from Ohio connected…
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Gary Ridgway: The Green River Killer
Buckle up, we're covering a heavy case. Throughout the 80's and 90's, Gary Ridgway murdered 71 victims in King County, Washington. He would prey on women and young women who were in vunerable situations and would dump their bodies around the Green River. This week, we talk about the timeline of...
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Mermaids: The People of the Sea
Mermaids have facisnated people for years and this week on H.H., we're doing a deep dive (ha!) on them. Are they real or are they part of the mysteries of the ocean... Sources: Oceanservice.NOAA.gov Oceaninfo.com Livescience.com Facebook Instagram Tik Tok [email protected]
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The Bloody Bender Family
We’ve heard the cases of serial killers or lovers who kill together….but what about a family of killers? Between 1871-1872 the Bender family murdered over 11 victims in Osage, Kansas. This week on the podcast, we discuss the family's background, their method of killing, and what happened to the...
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Missing in South Dakota
This week on the podcast we are sheding light on something not many people (or news channels) are talking about. As of January 1st, 2023, over 30 people from the ages of 9 to 45, have been reported missing in South Dakota. This doesn't even cover the amount of people missing since 2022. So what…
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The Case of Sherri Papini
On the morning of November 2nd, 2016, 34 year old Sherri Papini went out for a jog near her home in Redding, California. When her husband Keith arrived home from work, she still wasn't back. So, he tracked her phone which he found on the side of the road. Days go by and they cannot figure out…
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Killer Trivia
We're keeping it "light" this week by playing some trivia that covers the first documented serial killer, to pop culture and murder. You might know the answers to some and you just might learn something new! Source: The Ultimate Serial Killer Trivia Book by Jack Rosewood....copywrite 2022 LAK...
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Update on the Idaho Murders
After our true crime catchup, a lot of information was released regarding the Idaho murders. 28 year old Bryan Kohberger has been arrested for the murders of Kaylee Goncalves, Madison Mogen, Xana Kernodle, and Ethan Chapin in Moscow, Idaho. If you don't have time to read all 19 pages of the…
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True Crime Catchup
Is it really the end of 2022!? We're ending the year with a true crime catchup where we discuss some of the updates on the biggest cases like the torso killer, the Idaho murders, the Snapchat murders, the Scott Peterson trial, and yes we even have a few UFO sightings. Did we miss a major case...
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The Lethal Lovers of Michigan: Gwen Graham & Cathy Wood
People always say, don't date your co-workers. Well, this is definitely why! In 1987, five patients at Alpine Manor in Walker, MI were murdered by two lovers, Gwen Graham and Cathy Wood. This case has some twists, turns, and an update from 2020. So why did these women commit this horrific crime?...
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Unsolved Ohio: Circleville Letters and Cindy Anderson's Disappearance
Ohio has its fair share of unsolved mysteries. This episode takes a look at two of the most notorious. First Aimee talks about the Circleville Letters. An entire town is tormented by sinister letters, but who is sending them? The main target is a bus driver named Mary Gillispie. Her husband died…
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Haunted Places in Iowa
Iowa has some very interesting history which can only mean one thing......haunted places! This week on Horrific Heartland, we learn about two of the most haunted places in the state, Edinburgh Manor (Scotch Grove) and Mathias Ham House (Dubuque). Both are inhabited by the people who use to live...
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The Vanishing Housewife: The Strange Case of Dorothy Forstein
January 25th, 1945 marked the end of the idyllic life Dorothy and Jules Forestein shared. Dorothy would seemingly vanish into thin air. Her young daughter insists that a strange man carried her mother out of the house and into the night. Dorothy's husband would arrive home merely 15 minutes after...
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What Happend To Jodi Huisentruit?
Hosting a morning show on TV or in Radio can be draining! You have to go to bed super early and wake up before the birds do. Jodi Huisentruit loved being a morning news anchor with KIMT in Mason City, Iowa. She even dreamed of moving to the big city and work for a big TV station there. During the...
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Shocktober: Invasion of the Killer Clowns
There was nothing normal about the end of 2016. The world was being invaded by killer clowns. They were showing up everywhere! From California to Australia! But why? It wasn't for a publicity stunt, it wasn't really for any reason other than to be creepy! Then the clowns vanished as quickly as…
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Shocktober: The Origin of Tarot Cards & Palm Reading
Around this time of year, you'll see a lot of tarot cards and palm readings pop up, so we want to give you a little history lesson on the mythical two! Tarot Cards have been around since 14th century Italy and palm reading has been around since the 19th century. Obviously both have evolved over...
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Shocktober: Athens Lunatic Asylum
The Athens Lunatic Asylum was in operation from 1874-1993. Many patients walked through the doors the hospital notorious for giving lobotomies, and sadly hundreds never left. Could the cruelty the patients suffered at the hands of untrained medical workers and doctors who insisted on removing…
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Shocktober: The Halloween Mystery of Patricia Spencer & Pamela Hobley
In 1969, classmates Patricia Spencer & Pamela Hobley ditched school early to hang out and get ready for the homecoming football game in Oscada, MI. They both left their houses, went to the game, and planned to go to a Halloween party after. Sadly, they never made it to the party. It's been 53…
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Shocktober: Horror Movies Based on True Events
Don't worry, it's just a movie.. or is it? Did you know that many popular and terrifying horror films were based on true stories? Makes it a little harder to sleep after watching those late night slashers! Here's a few horror movies inspired by true events. Facebook: Horrific Heartland Podcast...
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Shocktober: The Murder of Lisa Ann French
TW FOR THIS EPISODE! This case contains graphic violence that involves a child. Listener discretion is advised. On October 31, 1973, 9-year-old Lisa Ann French was trick-or-treating in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. On her way to a big party in town at Pumpkin Place, she stops at three houses, one being...
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Mark Gator Rogowski- Half Pipe to Hell
The 80's and 90's was a time known for grunge and skateboarding. It's also known for Mark Gator Rogowski, a very popular, mainstream skateboarder who loved that rich rockstar lifestyle. After suffering from a traumatic fall, battling alcoholism, things quickly took a turn for the worst for Gator....
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"Jolly" Jane Toppan- The Killer Nurse
If you're afraid of the doctor's office or hospitals....this episode will validate that fear! Jolly Jane Toppan was known by doctors as the fun, loving nurse, but she had a darker side. Jolly Jane loved to poison elderly patients and acquaintances and watching them die. Yes, she actually would...
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Audrey Munson- The Curse of Beauty
At age 5, a young girl named Audrey Munson was taken to see a fortune teller to learn her fate. The fortune teller warned young Audrey of a life of disappointment and loss. Audrey Munson would become the world's first supermodel. Her likeness can still be seen high atop the streets of New York…
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Robert Berdella - The Kansas City Butcher
This week on H.H, we're talking about the creepy and psychotic Robert Berdella, aka The Kansas City Butcher. Between 1984 and 1987, Berdella murdered 6 young men in KC, MO and it was brutal. This guy was sick and twisted, so listen with caution, it's a HEAVY episode. Facebook: Horrific Heartland...
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Secrets of Lake Mead
Lake Mead's levels are getting lower and her secrets are being revealed! Since May 1st, 2022 five bodies have been found in the lake. How many more will be discovered? Who are these bodies? Listen as Aimee and Aly talk about the recent grisly discoveries in Lake Mead. Facebook: Horrific Heartland...
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What Happened to Lauren Spierer?
We're back with another doozy! This week, we look at the case of Lauren Spierer and the theories as to what could have happened. On June 3rd, 2011, Lauren left her friend's house in Bloomington, Indiana at 4:30am and wasn't heard or seen from after. It's been 11 years and no one has been charged...
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The Haunted Old Baraboo Inn
We've got another spooky episode for you this week! Aly toured the Old Baraboo Inn, located in Baraboo, WI and it is VERY haunted! This historic building, built in 1864, was a boarding house, saloon, and brothel. A lot of guests checked in, came for a drink...and never left. Even Al Capone and…
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Aimee Does Deadwood
This week on the podcast, Aimee shares her ghostly experiences in Deadwood, SD. This town is rich in history and known for having some haunted places like the Broken Boot Gold Mine and Mount Moriah Cemetery. Be prepared to get the chills! Facebook: Horrific Heartland Podcast Discussion Group...
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The Times Square Killer- Evil Never Sleeps
In 1979, Rolling Stone Magazine called NYC's Times Square the "sleaziest block in America". It was filled with XXX theatres, peep shows, adult book stores, and prostitutes. In December of 1979 responders were sent to a motel fire. In a room they found two women laying in the bed. Both had been...
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The Murder of Marilyn Sheppard
This week on the podcast, we cover one of the most talked about murders and trials in Ohio history, the murder of Marilyn Sheppard. Did Dr. Sam Sheppard kill his wife on the night July 4, 1954 in Bay Village, Ohio or did the press make everyone believe he was a murderer? Was there one suspect…
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Awhoo! Chupacabra in Texas
In the world of cryptoids, Chupacabras are the new beast on the block. The Chupacabra or "goat sucker" came into the public awareness back in 1995, when eight sheep were "sucked dry" of their blood in Puerto Rico. A year later, the creature made it's way to Texas! What is the Chupacabra? Is it a...
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The Haunted Midwest: A Ghostly Adventure
We originally planned to be on a break this week, but we couldn't leave you without some ghostly content! This week, we talk about the haunted and historic Hannah House in Indianapolis, Indiana and one of THE most haunted towns in the Midwest, Alton, IL. The McPike Mansion and Mineral Springs…
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Killed by the Occult? The Unsolved Story of Jeanette Depalma
In September of 1972 a dog returned from the woods with a stick in it's mouth. But it wasn't a stick. It was the arm of missing teenager Jeanette Depalma. Jeanette, a 16 year old from a small town in New Jersey, had been reported missing weeks prior by her mother. But who killed Jeanette? Was it…
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Elizabeth Short: The Black Dahlia
It's our 100th episode and we thought it was very fitting to cover one of THE biggest unsolved cases in history, the Black Dahlia aka the murder of Elizabeth Short. On January 15, 1947 her body was discovered and the scene was horrific. To this day, we still don't know who committed this murder.…
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John Wayne Gacy
TRIGGER WARNING: THIS EPISODE CONTAINS GRAPHIC NATURE INVOLVING MINORS We are covering a very difficult case this week so please listen with caution. John Wayne Gacy assaulted and murdered 33 minors and young men between the years of 1968 and 1978 in Illinois and Iowa. We talk about the victims…
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Mythical Beasts of Ohio
The Buckeye State is home to the things of cryptozoologist's wildest dreams! Three different types of "Bigfoot", Mothman, Frogmen, 11 foot tall beings with orange glowing eyes, and our own "Loch Ness Monster" named Bessie. Listen as Aimee tells Aly all about the Beasts of Ohio. Facebook: Horrific...
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Cleveland's Monster: Anthony Sowell
TRIGGER WARNING! This episode is a doozy this week! Between 1988 and 2009, Anthony Sowell preyed and killed women in East Cleveland, Ohio. He was Cleveland's monster, but today, we are going to focus on the 11 victims. Facebook: Horrific Heartland Podcast Discussion Group Instagram:...
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Real Life Glitching in the Matrix
It's just a glitch in the Matrix. You've heard that expression, right? What if you've ever lived that expression? Many people have experienced things that just should not have happened, or they just do not many any possible sense! People speaking to themselves on the phone, living entire lives…
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About this show
Oh hi! Aimee and Aly here! We're just your "normal" midwest ladies who love true crime, the paranormal...and cats! On Horrific Heartland, we explore the creepy, the spooky, and horrific cases throughout the Heartland and beyond. Get your true crime fix wherever you listen to podcasts!
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